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Multimedia metaphors: The film and literature hybrid of videopoetry [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
My research examines both the creation of and theory behind the widely neglected art of videopoetry. Videopoetry is a filmic form of poetry that combines a written or spoken text with visuals and multiple audio tracks to produce a multi...
Graphical User Interface Deign for Automated Control Systems [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Graphical user interface has been an important design tool for many professionals and companies. In our research, we are designing a graphical user interface for an automated control system at the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR...
Pneumatic Tube System Sampler Sealer Design & Prototype for Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA) [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA) was discovered in 1936, since then this sensitive tool has been used to determine elemental compositions in a variety of sample matrices in the low parts per billion (ppb) range. Researchers at MURR, the Missouri...
Evaluation of a ferroelectric cathode for use in electric propulsion [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
recent research. One such technology is the ferroelectric cathode. Our research is on ferroelectric cathodes for neutralization of spacecraft. Measurements include cathode life time, electron emission current and average dissipated power. The cathodes...
The Israeli woman solider: The under-utilized potential of women in the Israeli defense forces [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
are only allowed to occupy specific positions in the military, and until recently were completely barred from any combat position. Not only does this functionally render the sexes unequal, it also translates into fewer rewards for women such as achieving...
Analysis of fluorine via 19F(n,)20F decay in the presence of a Na interferant using NAA [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Society's concern with the development of innovative diagnostic tools in medicine has prompted a great deal of interest in research. An important area of research includes the development of molecular imaging agents. These agents hold promise...
Immigrant women and domestic abuse: Barriers to seeking services [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
and how these barriers contribute to the extremely complex dynamics of domestic violence. The two barriers selected as the focus for this research project are cultural perceptions on domestic abuse and immigration status. Working in cooperation...
Instrumental neutron activation analysis of postclassic and historic-period pottery from Soconusco, Chiapas, Mexico [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
The study involved utilizing Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA) at the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) on 96 pottery samples from the post-classic Mayan (ca. 1000-1500 C.E.) and historic eras excavated from the Soconusco...
Using Fluorescence in situ hybridization to study maize lines genetically predicted to have chromosomal abnormalities [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Since the 1960s, genetic evidence has indicated chromosome damage and nondisjunction in lines of maize containing knob heterochromatin-bearing chromosomes and at least two B chromosomes. However, at that time researchers lacked the technology...
Vegetation classification in urban nature areas in Columbia, Missouri [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
and distinguish vegetation units based on physical characteristics of dominant vegetation. We assessed nine nature areas in Columbia in the summer of 2007 and classified distinct parcels larger than 0.5 ha using an entitation manual developed by the New York City...
Effects of maternal diet on offspring in terms of behavior and overall health [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2008)
that the mothers diet is what is tested. The mazes ran in September 2007 showed N-3 and N-6 offspring spent less time (P≤0.02) in the open arms of the elevated maze than the 5015 offspring. In the open field test in May 2007, N-6 females traveled less distance than...
Self-neutralization experiments with a ferroelectric plasma thruster [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
The use of microspacecraft for space missions is an active area of research. Micropropulsion is a technology which provides small yet efficient thrust. One microthruster being developed at the University of Missouri is the ferroelectric plasma...
Functional analysis of nematode secreted proteins to devise innovative approaches for plant resistance against nematodes [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Approximately 1 billion dollars in soybean yield loss is caused annually in the US by a microscopic parasite known as the soybean cyst nematode (SCN; Heterodera glycines). My research is focused on studying cyst nematode parasitism genes. Cyst...
Separation of radiolanthanides by high performance liquid chromatography [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
-Columbia Research Reactor. A good separation of Lu-177/Sm-153 allowed us to decide on the selection and conditions of solvents to be used for other lanthanides. Additionally, studies were also carried out for the separation of promethium-149 (149Pm) from cold...
Evolution of maize defense gene expression altered by Wolbachia [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
to be affected by WCR feeding. Future research will be conducted to compare the affects of WCR without Wolbachia on defense gene expression in these lines....
PPFM to the plant: Just say NO! [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Pink-pigmented commensal bacteria, Methylobacterium spp. are facultative methylotrophs (i.e. they utilize methanol, but they can also use other carbon compounds) commonly referred to as PPFMs. PPFMs associate with seeds ...
Perceived entrepreneurial ability and business relationships among minority business owners in the Midwest [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
This is a study of perceived entrepreneurial ability and perceived obstacles to important business relationships of business managers/owners in the Midwest. It was expected that the self perceived entrepreneurial ability ...
Effect of hydrogen in the crystallization of amorphous silicon carbide for betavoltaic fabrication [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) (Applied Materials P5000, CA) was used to deposit three different types of hydrogenated amorphous Silicon Carbide (a-SiC:H) films on quartz and n-type Si substrates. These ...
Effect of Aluminum (Al) in crystallization of a-SiC for betavoltaic fabrication [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
Metal-Induced Crystallization (MIC) technique was used to crystallize hydrogenated amorphous silicon carbide (a-SiC:H) films with different Aluminum (Al) thicknesses. Amorphous silicon carbide (a-SiC:H) was deposited on ...
Thermal performance of sintered and non-sintered capillary heat pipes [abstract]
(University of Missouri--Columbia. Office of Undergraduate Research, 2007)
The current study is being conducted to better understand how interior capillary geometry/design and interior surface treatments may affect the thermal performance of sintered and non-sintered, grooved heat pipes. The ...